Mini Tummy Tuck
(Mini Abdominoplasty)
The purpose of this surgery is to remove excess skin and fat from the level of the pubic hairline to the level of the belly button. In this procedure the underlying abdominal muscular wall is also tightened. This procedure not only tightens the skin in the up/down direction, but also side to side, providing a cinching effect of the lower abdomen. This procedure does not affect the skin or muscle above the level of the belly button.
Indications
Accumulation of fat and loose skin below the belly button (umbilicus) only.
Procedure
Removal of loose skin and excess fat below the level of the belly button (umbilicus) with tightening of the abdominal wall muscles.
Anesthesia
General
Duration of Stay
Same-day surgery
Side Effects
Temporary swelling, soreness, numbness.
Duration of Results
Many years, unless significant gain or loss of weight.